Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 579: Relating to prohibiting the transfer of semiautomatic rifles to certain recipients; increasing a criminal penalty.

In committee Last action March 3, 2025: Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs

Plain-language summary

HB 579 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on November 12, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to prohibiting the transfer of semiautomatic rifles to certain recipients; increasing a criminal penalty. Primary sponsor: Ron Reynolds (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 3, 2025): Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Ron Reynolds (Democratic).